Har Ki Dun vs Binsar
Pick Har Ki Dun for
photography, snow, camping, a smaller budget
Pick Binsar for
peace and quiet, comfort, couples, fewer people, an easier walk, fewer days
| Har Ki Dun | Binsar | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Sankri, Uttarkashi | Uttarakhand, Almora, Kumaon |
| Highest point | 3,566 m | 2,412 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Easy |
| Trek distance | about 47 km | No trek needed |
| Days on the ground | 7–8 | 3–4 |
| Best months | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb |
| Crowds in season | Busy | Quiet |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,800 | about ₹3,500 |
| Gateway | Dehradun | Kathgodam |
| With kids | Good | Good |
| With seniors | Possible | Great |
| Permits | Forest entry fee (Govind Wildlife Sanctuary), usually via your operator. | Sanctuary entry fee at the gate. |
Har Ki Dun: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Binsar: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely